Free Level 2 ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Preston

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Nov 2026
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Preston. Classes run at Preston College. You'll develop your spoken English and listening skills in a classroom setting, with flexible daytime attendance. The course takes around 12 hours to complete. It covers the speaking and listening skills that matter in everyday life, work, and further study. If you're looking to learn English in the UK, this is a focused, practical qualification.

Who this course is for

This course is for those interested in gaining a qualification in Foundations for Learning and Life

What you will learn

  • You'll speak clearly and confidently in a range of everyday situations.
  • You'll listen and respond to spoken English in formal and informal contexts.
  • You'll take part in discussions, conversations, and presentations.
  • You'll understand and follow spoken instructions and information.
  • You'll adapt how you speak depending on the situation and audience.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Preston College, including group discussions, speaking tasks, and listening exercises. Assessment is practical: you'll be assessed on your speaking and listening skills directly, through observed tasks and activities rather than written exams. Your tutor will guide you through the skills you need and assess you as part of your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Preston College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: speaking clearly with customers every day.
  • Receptionist: handling calls, greetings, and face-to-face enquiries.
  • Care assistant: communicating with clients, families, and colleagues.
  • Retail assistant: advising customers and working as part of a team.
  • Classroom teaching assistant: supporting teachers and talking with pupils.
  • Warehouse operative: following spoken instructions in a busy environment.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): round out your English skills with the other components of the ESOL Skills for Life suite.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
  • Level 2 Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life: a broader qualification combining speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

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